Radar sensors take a step forward
VEGApuls radar level transmitters have evolved into the ‘plicsplus’ generation. Using the latest, ultra-fast microprocessors means that the new radars have much high definition in signal processing and echo analysis. They can now see five times higher definition ‘echo’ detail with increased accuracy.
The improved signal processing also allows the sensors to follow quick level changes, resulting in a reduction in output value reaction times from 250m/s or 4Hz. Sensor accuracy has also been improved by over 30% for liquids and seven-fold for solids radar.
Improved antenna construction with glass sealing of the encoupling system behind the antenna has improved integrity. An extension of the temperature range (–200°C to 450°C) has been achieved with ceramic-graphite antenna options for both VEGApuls 62 high-frequency and VEGApuls 66 low-frequency radar devices. There are also higher chemical resistance metal antennas with new tantalum- and titanium-coated versions. The VEGApuls 63 PTFE flush antenna will now operate from full vacuum to 16bar and in temperature ranges from –175°C to 200°C.
Special importance has been given to ensuring complete backward compatibility between existing plics and new plicsplus instrument adjustments and configurations. Everything fits together wherever possible - new sensors and existing adjustment software and vice versa, new radar electronics and existing housings and antenna systems.
VEGA Controls Ltd, Kendal House, Victoria Way, Burgess Hill, W. Sussex RH15 9NF; tel: +44 (0)1444 870055; email: info@uk.vega.com
The improved signal processing also allows the sensors to follow quick level changes, resulting in a reduction in output value reaction times from 250m/s or 4Hz. Sensor accuracy has also been improved by over 30% for liquids and seven-fold for solids radar.
Improved antenna construction with glass sealing of the encoupling system behind the antenna has improved integrity. An extension of the temperature range (–200°C to 450°C) has been achieved with ceramic-graphite antenna options for both VEGApuls 62 high-frequency and VEGApuls 66 low-frequency radar devices. There are also higher chemical resistance metal antennas with new tantalum- and titanium-coated versions. The VEGApuls 63 PTFE flush antenna will now operate from full vacuum to 16bar and in temperature ranges from –175°C to 200°C.
Special importance has been given to ensuring complete backward compatibility between existing plics and new plicsplus instrument adjustments and configurations. Everything fits together wherever possible - new sensors and existing adjustment software and vice versa, new radar electronics and existing housings and antenna systems.
VEGA Controls Ltd, Kendal House, Victoria Way, Burgess Hill, W. Sussex RH15 9NF; tel: +44 (0)1444 870055; email: info@uk.vega.com
